(The) Boulevard - "The Boulevard is a Disability and Healthcare site dedicated to providing valuable information about quality products and services available to Healthcare professionals and individuals with disabilities. We are a great starting point for all disability searches on the internet. So, set your bookmarks, sign our guest book and come back often to see what's new!"

California Association of Rehabilitation & Reemployment Professionals (CARRP) - "The California Association of Rehabilitation & Reemployment Professionals (CARRP) is the largest California based organization of rehabilitation counselors, job placement specialists, vocational evaluators, career counselors, nurses, case managers, occupational and physical therapists, and other professionals providing both direct and indirect services to improve and advance the field of public and private vocational rehabilitation, disability management, services under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and any other reemployment maintenance services to any individual or entity to enhance the welfare of such individuals or entities. We continually strive to preserve the integrity of the rehabilitation services and to prescribe and enforce standards and ethics for the profession."

California Department of Industrial Relations - "The Department of Industrial Relations was established to improve working conditions for California's wage earners, and to advance opportunities for profitable employment in California."

California Department of Insurance - "Directory:

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(The) Caption Center/The Americans with Disabilities Act - "1990 saw the passage of two powerful pieces of legislation: The Americans with Disabilities Act and the Television Decoder Circuitry Act. As the nation's first and most experienced captioning agency, The Caption Center at WGBH applauds the passage and enactment of these landmark laws and the positive impact they have in the lives of people with disabilities. The Caption Center offers this brief summary to explain how both laws affect you as a caption consumer."

(Welcome to) CaptionMax - "Closed Captioning is a simple, inexpensive and effective way to reach a powerful audience of up to 70 million people in the United States alone. With all sets sold in the US since 1993 caption ready, laws on the books requiring captioning in some cases, and a heightened awareness of closed captioning, it's a great time to take advantage of this often overlooked marketing and communications tool. And providing access to media to the millions of hard of hearing viewers is the right thing to do."

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Intro - "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a common problem that affects the hand and wrist. This condition, or syndrome, has become the focus of much attention in the last few years due to suggestions that it may be linked to occupations that require repetitive use of the hands - such as typing. The following documents attempt to explain what Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is, how it is diagnosed, and describe the treatment options available."

Center for Independent Living - Berkeley, CA - CIL - "The Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a national leader in helping people with disabilities live independently and become productive, fully participating members of society. The staff and board, most of whom have disabilities, are strongly committed to supporting others in their efforts towards self sufficiency. Since 1972 we have opened doors for over 140,000 people, who were traditionally viewed only as "patients", to help them leave institutions, set up independent living situations and hold jobs."

(Pages Linked to) Closed Captioning Web

Computation Center Disabled User Services - Iowa State University

- "The Computation Center's Disabled User Services Office was created to help members of the ISU Community who have physical, perceptual, or learning disabilities access computer facilities. Disabled User Services provides consulting for disabled students, staff, and faculty. Services include determining the functional limitations inherent to the person's disability and how to overcome them with the uses of appropriate technology. Assistive equipment and adaptive software are also available. Some of the services supplied are..."

(The) Consumer Law Page - Introduction - "The Consumer Law Page presented by the Alexander law firm, specialists in consumer product liability, links to Netwide consumer interest resources, contains more than 100 consumer information brochures and articles on such topics of interest as product liability and toxic torts."

(The) Consumer Law Page - Health Benefits Under (COBRA) - The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act

(The) Consumer Law Page Resources - Archives, Libraries, and University Databases

(The) Consumer Law Page Resources - Statutes, Codes, Rules, and Regulations

CUErgo - "Cornell's Human Factors and Ergonomics Program focuses on ways to improve comfort, performance and health through the ergonomic design of products and environments."

Deafness/Hard of Hearing - Welcome from The Mining Company

Deaf Rights - "This brochure includes some basic information on your rights under the ADA as a deaf or hearing impaired person. There are five areas covered in this brochure: Public Accommodations, Stores, Businesses; Medical Treatment; Employment; State and Local Government, Courts, Attorneys; and Telecommunications."

Disability Discrimination in Workplace - "Despite increased sensitivity to physical and mental disabilities, many of America's workers find themselves to be victims of employment discrimination due to their disability. The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law which prohibits employers from discriminating on the basis of a "qualified" disability. Employees living with a physical disability have the protection of federal law, not to give them preferential treatment, but to level the playing field. With the protection of the ADA, a worker who, despite a disability, is able to perform the essential functions of his job, is entitled to reasonable accommodation from the employer, if needed. If you feel that you have been a victim of disability discrimination, it is important that you know your legal rights, and the actions you must take to prevent loss of your right to a remedy."

disABILITY Information and Resources - "The pages provided here are meant to serve as a resource to provide useful information; therefore, they do not contain a lot of useless, pretty graphics which take a long time to load. These pages do not require Netscape or Explorer for best viewing! If you have trouble accessing these disablity resource pages please write me. These pages are maintained by Jim Lubin, who is a C2 quadriplegic, completely paralyzed from the neck down and dependent on a ventilator to breathe."

Disability Resources from Japan - "Information Resouces for Disabled Persons in JAPAN."

#Disabled IRC Page

Disabled People's Association of Singapore - ENABLEnet - "It was with the wisdom of such an adage that the disabled people around the world finally, united in strength and commited in purpose, decided to set up an example of a self-help organisation of the disabled, by the disabled and for the disabled, so as to achieve a "VOICE OF OUR OWN"-"VOX NOSTRA".

To this purpose, a small group of disabled people in Singapore, with the help of about 100 volunteers, became engaged in a battle against time, obstacles, lack of funds,to mention only a few problems...to bring to fruition an idea fathered in Winnipeg, Canada some months earlier in 1980 by 12 people and 300 supporters with disability. With no office, no organisational structure and no experience, we toiled from our homes and borrowed premises to midwife the birth of DISABLED PEOPLES' INTERNATIONAL (DPI) in Singapore on 4th December 1981. We accomplished in 9 months what many sceptics said was impossible. The example has since opened the eyes of millions around the world. It has also resulted in the formation of over 100 DPI affiliates in more than 90 countries to date. In pride and not immodesty, we claim the Disabled Peoples' International by right and place of birth as a citizen of our beloved country."

DOJ ADA Home Page - "The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in employment, programs and services provided by state and local governments, goods and services provided by private companies, and in commercial facilities.

The ADA was signed into law on July 26, 1990. It contains requirements for new construction, for alterations or renovations to buildings and facilities, and for improving access to existing facilities of private companies providing goods or services to the public. It also requires that State and local governments provide access to programs offered to the public. The ADA also covers effective communication with people with disabilities, eligibility criteria that may restrict or prevent access, and requires reasonable modifications of policies and practices that may be discriminatory.

The ADA gives the Department of Justice (DOJ) authority to issue regulations for title II and III of the ADA and to provide technical assistance and enforcement. The Department also has authority to certify that a State or local accessibility code is equivalent to the ADA's requirements for new construction and alterations."

Educational Service Unit #16, Nebraska - "The mission of Educational Service Unit No. 16 is to provide effective, efficient and equitable services to our school districts."

(Persons with) Epilepsy Website - Information and help with epilepsy, resources, contacts...

Evan Terry Associates - "[ ETA Profile | Architecture | ADA Services and Accessibility | ADA Facilities Update Publications | ADA Design Assistant ] [ ADA Publications Order Form | ADA and Accessibility Information | Common Design Errors Under ADA Standards ] [ ADA Compliance Motivators and Strategies | ETA Gallery of Projects | Links Jumpstation | Federal ADA Documentation ] [ Disability Related Web Sites | Birmingham Area Web Sites | Birmingham AIA ]"

Free MEDLINE - "Newspapers, magazines, & journals safe at home."

HandiBot - 'Channel Services Bot for #Disabled.'

Hayashi & Associates - Disability Management Services. "Hayashi & Associates has long been a highly respected disability management resource, specializing in California workers' compensation vocational rehabilitation benefits. Consistent with our commitment to serve the ever-changing needs of community and commerce, we have expanded our concept of disability management. We believe that the purpose of public and private disability programs and benefits - whether medical, short- or long-term disability, workers' compensation, or ADA - is to return individuals to productivity in society. Further, we believe that effective design, management, and delivery of these programs can benefit all concerned."

HEALTH Information and Services - SW Med. Library

Information About the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) - Dessen, Moses & Sheinoff: "We hope that the questions and answers presented here will assist you in familiarizing yourself with the terms and provisions of the ADA. While the material below attempts to answer common questions in this area, nothing provided here is a substitute for the advice of competent counsel. We strongly urge you to consult with an attorney licensed to practice in your state about any particular legal problem you may have."

(The) Human Resource Software & Computer Based Training Library - "Over 150 Software Programs For: Applicant tracking; affirmative action; benefits administration; background checking; COBRA; computer based training; employee attitude surveys; employee handbooks; employee incentive programs; employment law; employment policies; employee testing; employee record keeping; human resource information tracking; interviewing; job descriptions; job posting; labor relations; language translation; multimedia training & creation; organizational charts; job performance appraisals; OSHA compliance; payroll; personnel forms; safety & health; safety signs; skills assessment; suggestion systems; time & attendance; training administration; workers' compensation; work scheduling; and more."

Injury Control Resource Information Network - "Welcome to ICRIN, a dynamic list of key Internet accessible resources related to the field of injury research and control. The resources are in the form of annotated clickable hyperlinks to other Internet sources and documents. New users may want to look at the online ICRIN slide show (also available in a MS Powerpoint format) that presents an overview of ICRIN's structure, content, and benefits."

Interwork Institute, SDSU - "The Interwork Institute, under the direction of Dr. Fred McFarlane and Dr. Ian Pumpian, is comprised of two divisions: the Rehabilitation Continuing Education Efforts and Special Education. It was formed in 1990, a successful merger of the previous long-term efforts of the Center for Rehabilitation Studies and Services (CRSS) and Project Work (Special Education). These demonstration, education/training, and research efforts have resulted in national, state, and local recognition. The Interwork Institute values the right of all people to fully and actively participate in all aspects of society with dignity and respect. All Interwork Institute efforts focus on promoting the integration of individuals with disabilities in to all aspects of school, work, family, and community life."

Index of Other Resorces on Disablilities, Center for Disabled Student Services - "The University of Utah is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to students whose disabilities limit their ability to function in an academic setting."

Injury Control Resource Information Network - "Welcome to ICRIN, a dynamic list of key Internet accessible resources related to the field of injury research and control. The resources are in the form of annotated clickable hyperlinks to other Internet sources and documents. New users may want to look at the Instructions and the online ICRIN slide show (also available in a MS PowerPoint format, viewer available) that presents an overview of ICRIN's structure, content, and benefits.

IUPUI Adaptive Educational Services - Americans with Disabilities Act: "The Law and its Impact on Postsecondary Education"

JAN on the Web: Project Dial-JAN - Job Accommodation Questions to Consultants

Labor and Employment Bulletin - Americans With Disabilities Act - "This special ADA newsletter was prepared by Hale and Dorr's Labor and Human Resources, Employee Benefits, and Real Estate Departments, as an update to our 1990 newsletter. It has been designed to assist employers in a comprehensive way in identifying their new legal obligations under Titles I and III of the ADA and to provide information for complying with those titles of the ADA."

Law Information - "Welcome to LawInfo.com, your online source for locating Attorneys and Legal Resources"

Lexington Lock Service - "Lexington Lock Service is a Boston area company, serving the surrounding communities for over 14 years. We at Lexington Lock specialize in providing quality service for your personal, home, commercial, and industrial lock and security needs. From dead-bolts to door knobs, automatic door operators, master-keying systems to keyed alike locks, Lexington Lock Service can handle all of your lock, hardware, and key control needs."

Lupus Foundation of America -
"Commonly Asked Questions about Lupus
Current Information - Check here for up-to-date information on lupus including: understanding your lab tests, pregnancy, living well and medication options.
Health Forum - A discussion of issues related to Lupus; read what others have written, or post your own.
Chapters - A listing of all the chapters of the Lupus Foundation of America.
Calendar - A timely listing of events from around the country.
Research Library - Link to an extensive library of recent findings.
Word of Caution - Important information regarding information and listings on this site.
Causes, Symptoms, Testing, Treatment - Informative articles written by Robert G. Lahita, M.D."

Mandated Health Benefits Table of Contents - "Thompson's COBRA Guide contains plain-English explanations of the law and regulations, model employee notices and election forms, recordkeeping tools and suggested compliance procedures."

Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Locator - "Martindale-Hubbell's flagship product is the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. A fundamental resource in law libraries, law firm offices and corporate legal departments, the Law Directory consists of more than 900,000 lawyer and law firm listings. It is organized by city and state, country and province, with extensive cross-references, convenient color-coded sections, and valuable indexes to lawyers and law firms by area of practice and alphabetical listing. There are also special Canadian and International editions available."

Material Safety Data - University of Minnestoa, Duluth - "Dedicated to your Health and Safety."

(The Boulevard) Medical Page - "'Medlinks' is a directory which provides access to Homepages which are non-commerical in nature and provide a wide range of information regarding health issues."

Mediconsult.com Inc. - "Dr. Michel Bazinet, Medical Director. Welcome to the virtual medical clinic. Whether you are an adult or a child, patient or family member, we are here to help you. Our objective is to help patients make informed medical decisions in conjunction with their physician."

MedZone - "(The) Medical Manager's Online Resource - News, Info & Communications for Medical/Healthcare Managers"

Mid-Atlantic ADA Information Center - "(The) Mid-Atlantic ADA Information Center is one of ten regional centers set up to provide training, information, and technical assistance on the consumers, and state and local governments. Funded by the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research under the U.S. Department of Education, each of the regional Disability and Business Technical Assistance centers has a toll-free hotline staffed by specialists who can answer specific questions on the ADA. Private businesses, individuals, schools, and local or county governments can call for advice and information on what is required, who is covered, and how to work through a disability-related question in employment, architectural access, public services, and other areas."

Mirfak Associates, Inc. - "Mirfak Associates, Inc. is a private vocational and health consulting firm which has been providing disability management, return to work, pain resolution, expert testimony, vocational rehabilitation, medical management and related services throughout northern California since 1976."

Miscellaneous Handicap - Newsgroup

New Mobility Magazine Home Page - "Welcome to New Mobility, the premier lifestyle publication serving the resource and informational needs of people with disabilities."

NIOSH Home Page - "NIOSH is the acronym for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, a Federal agency established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related illness and injuries. The Institute's responsibilities include the following..."

Nolo Press Home Page - Publisher of Self-Help Legal Information

(The) Occupational Health Resource Center - "Your Best Source for the latest breaking News & Information in the Occupational Health Industry!"

OSHA - Home Page

Polio Survivors' Page - "These pages are dedicated to those who fought dragons in their youth and now -- when the world has grown cold -- must fight again."

Psychiatric Disabilities, Employment, and the Americans with Disabilities Act - "At this early juncture in the law's implementation, it is useful to evaluate current efforts under the ADA in the area of psychiatric disabilities and employment, and to review data that may assist future implementation. This study by the Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) examines these issues, at the request of Senator Edward M. Kennedy (D- Massachusetts), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Labor and Human Resources, and several members of the House Working Group on Mental Illness and Health Issues--Congressman Dave Hobson (R-Ohio), Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio), Congressman Mike Kopetski (D-Oregon), Congressman Ron Machtley (R-Rhode Island), and Congressman Jim McDermott (D-Washington)."

(The) Relationship Specialists - "'Dedicated to the dissemination of knowledge which supports the belief that ALL relationships are here ONLY for our learning pleasure.' The Relationship Specialists offer the opportunity for an individual to ask personal questions to trained psychotherapists, help us write our new book, read various articles on relationships, have a counseling session over the phone and more."

Ross Runkel Labor Law Page - Editor - Ross Runkel, Professor of Law, Willamette University College of Law - "Recent Developments: Decisions, Legislation, Regulations, Articles: Employment Discrimination (Title VII, ADA, ADEA, etc.), Employment Law (at-will, contracts, torts, etc.), Labor Law (NLRA, RLA, etc.); United States Supreme Court Docket of Pending Cases; Weblinks to Federal Courts, State Courts, Federal Agencies; Email updates from the Labor & Employment Law Group; Student Editorial Board."

R.S.I. Page - "As more and more educational work involves using computers, students and instructors alike need to be aware of the hazard of Repetitive Strain Injury to the hands and arms resulting from the use of computer keyboards and mice. This can be a serious and very painful condition that is far easier to prevent than to cure once contracted, and can occur even in young physically fit individuals. It is not uncommon for people to have to leave computer-dependent careers as a result, or even to be permanentlydisabled and unable to perform tasks such as driving or dressing themselves.

I've faced this problem myself since March of 1994, and many friends are also affected to varying degrees. I am not a health care professional, but I hope on this page to provide a very brief introduction to RSI for the benefit of students who may not be aware of the potential for a life-altering injury. It includes book references and links to Internet resources that have been helpful in educating me about this. Don't hesitate to get in touch by e-mail, but because I have to limit my own computer use, please take the time to consult the entire page and the listed materials at length first. -Paul Marxhausen."

(Department of) Rehabilitation Medicine - University of Washington - " Welcome to the University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine website. We hope you will find the information on these pages useful. Please feel free to contact us at the address listed at the bottom of each page with any questions or comments.

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Assistive Technology Resource Center
NW Regional Burn Center
NW Regional Spinal Cord Injury System
Rehabilitation Learning Center
Spinal Cord Injury Forum

Research

Website Usage Statistics

Rehabilitation Links

Clinics and Services

Assistive Technology Clinic
Brain Injury Rehabilitation Clinic
Comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitation (HMC)
Comprehensive Rehabilitation
MDA Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Center
Neurological Surgery: Head and SCI Center
Post-Polio Clinic
Rehabilitation Counseling
Rehabilitation Medicine Outpatient Clinic (UWMC)
Spinal Cord Injury Clinic

Patient Pamphlets

Polio:
The Late Effects of Polio

Spinal Cord Injury:
Bowel Care (Part 1): The Basics
Bowel Care (Part 2): Ensuring Success
Maintaining Healthy Skin (Part 1)
Maintaining Healthy Skin (Part 2)
Pressure Sores

Newsletters

Spinal Cord Injury Update
Traumatic Brain Injury Update"

Senior Law - Elder Law Legal Resources

Social Security Benefit Estimate Program for Windows

Social Security Handbook 1995 - "This Handbook summarizes information about the Federal Retirement, Survivors, Disability, Supplemental Security Income, Health Insurance, and Black Lung Programs."

Thomas - Legislative Information on the Internet

Tips for negotiating cases with DOJ - "More and more often, in-house counsel for businesses, public entities and non-profits are receiving a call from Washington, D.C. that they hoped would never come, announcing that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating their client for violations of the public access provisions (Titles II or III) of the Americans With Disabilities Act. Sometimes the triggering event is a complaint from a customer, a member of the public, or an advocacy group. It could be a result of audits of blueprints done by DOJ's contractors. Counsel may know or suspect the source, but in many cases the client will not know, and DOJ will seldom say how the complaint arose.

Successfully handling ADA investigations conducted by the DOJ, and resolving these claims in a favorable manner, is somewhat similar to other federal agency investigations (such as EEOC and OSHA), but the differences outnumber the similarities. This is the Department of Justice, not some smaller agency, and special rules apply. The following are a few suggestions."

Trace Research & Development Center - "List with 5 choices: 1.Trace Program Areas: Project Descriptions, Services, and Contact Information; 2.Trace Publications & Software: Documents, Quicksheets, and Software Updates; 3.Designing an Accessible World: A Cooperative Effort to Change the World; 4.Cooperative Electronic Library: Selected Disability Documents and Resources; and 5.New and Spotlighted Items."

Tripod Disability Links - Lots of Links.

Typing Injury FAQ Home Page - "This is the home page for the Typing Injury FAQ and Typing Injury Archive. Clicking below should lead you to all kinds of documents and resources. A good companion site to this one is the University of Nebraska-Lincoln RSI Page..."

(The) United States Senate - "The United States Senate's World Wide Web server provides information from and about the members of the Senate, Senate Committees, and Senate leadership and support offices. This evolving service also provides general background information about U.S. Senate legislative procedures, Senate facilities in the U.S. Capitol, and the history of the Senate. Welcome!"

UVa Special Education Web Site

UVA/EHS Ergonomics - "The following links lead to educational hypermedia and information about defining and evaluating ergonomic risks, creating ergonomically appropriate workstations and preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders (CTD's)."

Virtual Assistive Technology Center - "Free Mac Software for People with Disabilities/ HearIt is here. More additions SOON! Cheap Mac Shareware for People with Disabilities/ UPDATED!! Free and Cheap Windows Software for People with Disabilities NEW ADDITIONS!!!!"

VitaliWORCS - Disability Management Services

Vocational Evaluation and Consultation Services - "Consultation Services for Disabled and Non-disabled Consumers, Insurance Companies, Employers, Vocational Rehabilitation Programs, Concerned Parents, School Systems/Committee on Special Education/Attorneys; Vocational Evaluations and Clinical Assessments for Disabled/ Non-disabled/ Students/Injured Workers; Neuropsychological/Vocational Evaluations for Acquired Brain Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Consumers; Career and Vocational Counseling for Disabled/Non-disabled/ Students/ Injured Workers; Consultation Services for Disabled and Non-disabled Consumers, Insurance Companies, Employers, Vocational Rehabilitation Programs, Concerned Parents, School Systems/Committee on Special Education/Attorneys."

Workers' Compensation Administrators Directory 1995 - N.C. Industrial Commission - "A division of the N.C. Department of Commerce, the Industrial Commission (NCIC) administers the Workers' Compensation Act, and has jurisdiction over tort claims against the state and claims by families of law enforcement officers, fire fighters, and rescue squad workers."

ParentsPlace.com - Articles on family health, education and parenting issues are presented at this site. Also featured are a list of bulletin boards and chats.

WVRRTC Welcome Page - West Virginia Rehabilitation Research & Training Center

Yahoo! - Health

Yahoo! - Society and Culture, Disabilities